Training

Honors GEOG 170 Geography of California, 3 UnitsTo earn certification as a California Naturalist at Grossmont College requires successful completion of Honors Geography of California (Honors GEOG 170) - a co-designed course with the University of California that explores the natural history of…

The Coastal Naturalist Training is an 8-week California Naturalist course that will introduce participants to the wonders of Humboldt's local coastal ecology and engage them in the stewardship of California’s natural communities. The course will combine a junior college-level introductory science course…

The Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum is proud to offer the UC California Naturalist certification course. Learn about Southern California’s South Bay area and become part of the volunteer naturalists and citizen scientists ready to take an active role in the local area’s natural resource conservation, education…

BIOL 20 Natural History of California, 4 UnitsThis course is a GE Life Science course that focuses on the biology of California habitats and the organisms that live there. If you’re interested in field biology, or like to get outdoors, or want to learn more about the natural world in this beautiful place we…

Take any of the following courses in the Environmental Conservation Program at American River College Department of Natural Resources to obtain California Naturalist Certification. NATR 301 Introduction to Ornithology, 4 Units This introductory course covers the biology and natural history of…

An overview of the benefits of compost for the home gardener.Join the UC Master Gardeners of Napa County to explore our undying fascination with compost.  Learn how decay breeds life in your garden, and how you can harness its power to grow to new heights. 

Summer is here! We will discuss micro-climates in your garden and ways to modify them to make your plants produce even when it is hot. Additionally we will talk about when and how to harvest your bounty, how much water is just right and when or if you should feed your vegetables in the summer. This talk…

Help keep invasive species from ruining your garden and our unique state’s wildlife and native plant communities.Your Knowledge Is Key To Control! Invasive species can be insects, plants, animals and disease organisms. How do they get here and why are they a problem? What can you do to keep them out, monitor…

Learn how to control the size of your fruit trees, improve tree structure, increase fruit quality and production, and control disease and insect problems through summer pruning. Join us for this workshop presented by CommuniCare + Olé and UC Master Gardeners of Napa County.  When: Thursday, June 12…

How To Grow A Salsa Garden WorkshopJoin us on Saturday, May 31 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM for a free hybrid community workshop with UC Master Gardener Kathryn Blankenship. Learn how to grow healthy, flavorful ingredients for homemade salsa—right in your own backyard.Topics include:• Tips for planting and caring…